Do Turkey passport holders need a visa for Bulgaria?
Yes. Turkey passport holders need a visa to visit Bulgaria.
Last updated 10 November 2026
Entry status
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- Qualifying Turkish regular-passport holders with a Schengen/EU visa or qualifying residence permit may transit visa-free between Türkiye and the issuing state.
- Visa-exempt travellers must complete an online ETIAS form before travel after EES is fully implemented.
- Passport expiry must be at least three months after departure from the Schengen area.
- Border officials may request a return or round-trip ticket.